The Top 10 Lessons I Have Learned...

The Top 10 Lessons I Have Learned Since Turning 40 (And How It's Changed My Approach to Fitness)

The Fit and Unfiltered Podcast by Nicola Graham
S2 · E14
Nov 27, 2025
58:51

Episode notes

Top 10 Lessons Learned in My 40s: Fitness, Nutrition, and Wellbeing

On this week's episode of The Nicola Graham Podcast, I am sharing the top 10 lessons I've learned since turning 40 and how they've impacted my approach to fitness, nutrition, and overall wellbeing.

From understanding the importance of sleep and the role of muscle, to navigating hormone changes and embracing life's small joys, I share personal insights and practical tips for thriving during this life stage.

Join me as we discuss reframing our mindset, prioritising health, and truly living a thriving lifestyle.

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00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview

02:30 Realizations at 40: Time and Health

06:35 The Importance of Sleep

11:32 Muscle is King: Embracing Strength

18:24 Alcohol and Aging: A New Perspective

22:10 Anti-Aging and Reality Distortion

27:13 Breakfast Over Fasting: A Shift in Routine

28:19 The Benefits of Fasting and Breakfast

30:12 Embracing Spontaneity in Your 40s

34:46 Managing Weight Gain in Your 40s

46:50 Thriving Through Small Joys

57:19 Join the Thriving Women Community

Keywords

fitness
nutrition
lifestyle
mindset